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 Employment Support in Sunderland

Whether you are looking for your first job, returning to work after a break, or considering a new career, support is available across Sunderland.
 
You can access training and development opportunities to build new skills, boost your confidence, and improve your CV. You can also get help with job searching, completing applications, writing a CV, and preparing for interviews.
 
You may also be able to take part in work experience, sector specific training, and guaranteed interview opportunities with local employers. These opportunities can help you gain valuable experience, develop new skills and take the next step towards employment, training or further learning. 
 
Whatever stage you are at in your journey, there are services available to help you move forward and achieve your goals.
 

Employability Programmes:

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Connect to Work SEQF – Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF)
 
This is a fully funded supported employment programme which provides intensive, personalised employment support for people who may need additional help to find and stay in paid work. This includes people with neurodiversity, learning disabilities and other eligible groups. You will have regular one-to-one support from an Employment Specialist, who can help you move into employment.
 
You will work with a dedicated employment coach who can help you:
 
  • Identify your skills, strengths and career goals
  • Explore job and career opportunities
  • Create or update your CV
  • Prepare for interviews
  • Search and apply for suitable jobs
  • Connect with local employers
  • Overcome barriers to employment

Once you start work, ongoing support is available to help you settle into your role and build a successful career.

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Connect to Work – Individual Placement Support (IPS)
 

Individual Placement and Support (IPS) provides employment support alongside health and other services. An Employment Specialist will work with you to understand your skills, interests and employment goals, help you find suitable paid work, and provide support as you move into employment. IPS is available to people with health conditions, disabilities and other eligible groups.

  • One-to-one mentoring
  • Employability skills training
  • CV writing and development 
  • Interview preperation
  • Job search support
  • Help accessing employment opportunities

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The National Careers Service offers free and impartial careers advice to help people plan their future and achieve their employment goals. Support includes:
 
  • Skills assessments 
  • Career planning
  • Job profiles and career information
  • CV support
  • Training and qualifications advice
  • Job applications

National Careers Service – Find out more 

From 1st October, 2026 the National Careers Service is changing to the Jobs and Careers Service – Find out more about the change

Other employment-related pages on Links for Life:

Learn New Skills Health Affecting WorkMoney and Benefits Support for Young People Start or Grow a Business